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Dr. Wesley Aaron Hendricks, DO

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Specializes in: General Surgery

Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (2010)

Professional interests include: cancer, robotic surgery, acid reflux (GERD), and more.

5741 Bee Ridge Road Suite 560
Sarasota, FL 34233

(941) 277-8919

Dr. Wesley Aaron Hendricks, DO is a general surgeon in Sarasota, FL specializing in general surgery. He graduated from Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2010 and has 15 years of experience. Dr. Wesley Aaron Hendricks, DO is affiliated with HCA Florida Healthcare, HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital and ARCADIA MEDICAL ASSOCIATES PA.

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5741 Bee Ridge Road Suite 560
Sarasota, FL 34233

Some issues Dr. Wesley Aaron Hendricks, DO can help you with:

Gallbladder Removal Surgery (Cholecystectomy)

The gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped organ on the right side of the upper abdomen, underneath the liver. Its purpose is to store bile, which is used to digest fat. Occasionally, the gallbladder can develop mineral stones, called gallstones. If they are large enough, gallstones can block the ducts in the gallbladder and cause swelling and infection. Gallstones can be treated with lifestyle changes and medication, but sometimes this is not enough. In these cases, it is best to remove the gallbladder before it can cause more serious problems. The surgical removal of the gallbladder is called a cholecystectomy.

Today, most gallbladder surgeries are done laparoscopically. Four tiny incisions are made in the abdomen, and small tools are inserted through these tiny incisions to perform the surgery. Because the incisions are much smaller, recovery time is much faster with this type of surgery. Patients are usually discharged from the hospital the same day. Sometimes, open surgery is used to remove a gallbladder. In this type of surgery, a cut about six inches long is made in the upper right abdomen. After the gallbladder is removed, it is sutured or stapled closed. With open surgery, patients usually stay in the hospital for two to three days to recover before they are discharged.

Gallbladder removal, like any surgery, carries some risks, such as bleeding, infection, or the development of blood clots. Doctors will tell patients how to minimize their risk for complications. After surgery, patients are advised to avoid strenuous activity for several days. They should not soak in a bath until their sutures or staples have been removed. Patients should wash hands before touching the area around the incision. It will take a couple of days until patients feel like themselves again and a few weeks until their scar has healed and faded.

Gastrointestinal Problems (Digestive Disorders)

The gastrointestinal system, or GI tract, is the name given to a collection of organs that work together to digest food. These organs fit together in a long tube, running from the mouth to the anus, and include the esophagus, stomach, and intestines, among others. With so many parts working together, complicated by today's busy lifestyles and diets, digestive problems are common. As many as 1 in 3 Americans have a digestive or GI disorder. There are a huge variety of digestive problems, but the most common are IBS, constipation, GERD, hemorrhoids, and ulcers.

IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, happens when the muscles surrounding the colon contract too easily or frequently. The result is abdominal pain, cramps, diarrhea or constipation, gas and bloating. IBS attacks can often be brought on by specific triggers, so a key part of treatment is learning which foods trigger IBS attacks and avoiding them. Treatment also includes exercise, avoiding stress, and medications if needed.

Constipation, or large, hard, or infrequent stools, happens to everyone at some point. It can be caused by a disruption in routine or food, or by eating a diet without many fresh fruits and vegetables. Although it is uncomfortable, constipation is common and usually not serious, but it can sometimes become chronic. Adding fiber to the diet, exercising, and taking medications may help.

GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a severe form of chronic heartburn where stomach acid spills back up into the esophagus. Left untreated, the acid may even eat away at the esophagus and cause serious damage. Treatment includes changing the diet to avoid trigger foods, losing weight if needed, medications, or even surgery.

Hemorrhoids are blood vessels around the rectum that become irritated, swollen or torn while straining during a bowel movement. They are most often caused by constipation, but can also be caused by pregnancy, diarrhea, or simply a genetic predisposition towards hemorrhoids. Treatment involves first treating any constipation issues, then keeping the area clean and soothed until it has healed. If these measures are ineffective, surgery is sometimes used.

Peptic ulcers are sores or spots of inflammation in the lining of the stomach or close to the stomach in the small intestine. Usually this area is coated with a protective lining that shields the tissue from the strong stomach acid, but a break in the lining can let acid in, causing the sores. It used to be thought that stress caused ulcers, but now it is known that is not the case. Most often, they are caused by an infection by H. pylori bacteria, but ulcers can also be caused by alcohol abuse or overuse of aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or other NSAIDS. The symptoms of an ulcer are pain, hunger, nausea, and fatigue.

Gastrointestinal problems, perhaps more than any other area, are markedly affected by lifestyle. Many disorders can be prevented or treated at least in part by eating a healthy diet high in fiber, exercising regularly, drinking enough water, and limiting alcohol intake. Still, the frequency of digestive disorders means that even the healthiest person can be affected by them. Anyone who notices blood in their stool, experiences abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, or any significant change in bowel movements should see a doctor.

Robotic Surgery

Robotic surgery is a type of minimally invasive surgery, using a tiny opening to get inside the body instead of making a large cut. It uses small tools attached to a thin robotic arm, which is controlled by the surgeon. Robotic surgery may be referred to by the specific kind of robot that is used. The most advanced robot currently in use is called the da Vinci, and surgery using it is sometimes called da Vinci surgery.

There are many benefits to robotic surgery, both for the patient and the surgeon. Robotic surgery allows for more precise movements and increased control during very delicate surgical procedures. This makes performing surgery accurately much easier for surgeons and reduces fatigue. The smaller 'hand' of the robot can enter the body via a much smaller opening, which reduces the risk of infection and scarring and leads to a faster recovery. The robotic hands also contain tiny moveable cameras among their tools, giving surgeons a much closer view of the procedure than would be possible with traditional surgery.

diagnostic procedures	36
doctor visit	76
gastrointestinal procedures	31
minimally invasive procedures	31
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	36

**Gender**
Male	56
Female	108

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	100
Black	64
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	74
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	54

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	35
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	30
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	34
Dementia	13
Cancer	0

balloon dilation	11
diagnostic procedures	66
doctor visit	342
esophageal dilation	11
gastrointestinal procedures	90
hospital care	167
inpatient care	167
minimally invasive procedures	90
preventive care	15
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	66

**Gender**
Male	105
Female	107

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	143
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	83
From 75 to 84	50
85 and over	23
Less than 65	56

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	39
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	30
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	37
Dementia	17
Cancer	10

balloon dilation	18
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	60
diagnostic procedures	78
doctor visit	522
esophageal dilation	18
excision	60
gastrointestinal procedures	121
hospital care	267
inpatient care	267
minimally invasive procedures	121
preventive care	27
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	78

**Gender**
Male	110
Female	132

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	168
Black	74
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	83
From 75 to 84	63
85 and over	30
Less than 65	66

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	40
Dementia	21
Cancer	10

balloon dilation	18
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	83
diagnostic procedures	54
doctor visit	598
esophageal dilation	18
excision	83
gastrointestinal procedures	68
hospital care	162
inpatient care	162
minimally invasive procedures	68
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	54

**Gender**
Male	98
Female	133

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	161
Black	70
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	75
From 75 to 84	70
85 and over	32
Less than 65	54

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	42
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	39
Dementia	18
Cancer	13

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	59
diagnostic procedures	80
doctor visit	685
excision	59
gastrointestinal procedures	110
hospital care	184
inpatient care	184
minimally invasive procedures	110
preventive care	33
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	80

**Gender**
Male	140
Female	151

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	198
Black	93
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	105
From 75 to 84	83
85 and over	33
Less than 65	70

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	36
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	40
Dementia	20
Cancer	13

anastomosis	13
balloon dilation	13
catheterization	13
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	94
diagnostic procedures	53
doctor visit	581
esophageal dilation	13
excision	94
gastrointestinal procedures	91
hospital care	119
inpatient care	119
minimally invasive procedures	91
preventive care	13
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	53

**Gender**
Male	111
Female	106

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	150
Black	67
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	85
From 75 to 84	62
85 and over	29
Less than 65	41

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	45
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	40
Dementia	23
Cancer	12

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2015 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Wesley Aaron Hendricks, DO for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Wesley Aaron Hendricks, DO treated as a general surgeon in Sarasota, FL were inpatient care, hospital care, gastrointestinal procedures and minimally invasive procedures.

abdominal surgery	11
anastomosis	13
balloon dilation	15
catheterization	13
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	70
diagnostic procedures	54
doctor visit	448
esophageal dilation	15
excision	70
gastrointestinal procedures	79
hospital care	169
inpatient care	169
minimally invasive procedures	79
preventive care	22
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	54

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2015 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Wesley Aaron Hendricks, DO.

**Gender**
Male	62
Female	73

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	36
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	92
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	14
75 to 84	32
Less than 65	34
65 to 74	50

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Wesley Aaron Hendricks, DO From 2015 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Wesley Aaron Hendricks, DO treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	43
High Cholesterol	25
Stroke	2
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	4
Osteoporosis	3
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	23
Atrial Fibrillation	3
Dementia	11
Cancer	5

Education & Training

Dr. Wesley Aaron Hendricks, DO graduated from Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2010. He completed residency at Western Reserve Hospital, Ohio University COM, General Surgery Residency. He has a state license in Ohio.

Medical School: Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (2010)

Residency: Western Reserve Hospital, Ohio University COM, General Surgery Residency (2015)

Licensed In: Ohio

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Wesley Aaron Hendricks, DO is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

HCA Florida Healthcare

HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital

ARCADIA MEDICAL ASSOCIATES PA

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Wesley Aaron Hendricks, DO. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Intuitive Surgical, Inc.	$27,914 Da Vinci Surgical System $17,914	DAVINCI XI $10,000
Davol Inc.	$3,176 SURGICAL $2,091	Phasix Mesh $1,044	Phasix Plug and Patch $41
KCI USA, Inc	$475 VAC THERAPY UNITS $475
TELA Bio, Inc.	$272 OviTex Reinforced Bioscaffold With Permanent Polymer (OviTex) $272
Boston Scientific Corporation	$179 WATCHMAN FLX $150	WATCHMAN Access System $29
Other	$476 DALVANCE $86	Endoscopy Endocutters $55	Vascular $45	Signia $43	Regranex $30	Other $217

**Types of Payments**
Education	$23,000
Travel and Lodging	$5,965
Food and Beverage	$3,038
Consulting Fee	$475
Gift	$14

Biography

Dr. Wesley Hendricks is a Sarasota, FL physician who specializes in general surgery. Clinical interests for Dr. Hendricks include lipoma, small intestine cancer, and colorectal cancer. Dr. Hendricks studied medicine at Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine. He is professionally affiliated with HCA Florida Healthcare.

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